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Good arguments on NGT plants
New brochure highlights the problems of planned deregulation
The European Commission is currently planning the extensive deregulation of plants obtained from new genetic engineering (NGTs). If implemented, the vast majority of these plants would in future no…
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Genetically engineered maize: New evidence for risks to beneficial insects
Lady beetle populations affected by Bt maize pollen
A new study has shown that pollen from genetically engineered maize MON810 can have negative effects on ladybird beetle populations. Currently, MON810 is the only genetically engineered plant approved…
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“Neither scientifically justified nor suitable to adequately address potential risks of NGT plants”
New study highlighting fundamental flaws in the European Commission proposal to deregulate NGT plants
A new study conducted by experts at the German Federal Institute for Nature Protection (BfN) highlights a number of basic deficiencies in the European Commission’s proposal on New Genomic…